When caring for a client with a new colostomy, which assessment finding would be considered abnormal and would need to be reported to the physician?

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If the stoma is found to be prolapsed, the surgeon must be notified immediately. The stoma should be pink and remain on the abdominal surface. The mucosal tissue is fragile, so a small amount of bleeding may be normal.

When Caring for a Client with a New Colostomy, Which